Therapist profile
Carl Funk, LPC
Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor - Stress and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Texas / 74681
- NPI
- 1013553411
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Texas
About
- CBT
- Client-Centered
- Motivational Interviewing
About Carl
Carl Funk is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 12 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. He also notes a focus on codependency and related relationship and behavior patterns.
Carl keeps therapy practical and direct. Sessions tend to look at what’s getting in the way of daily life - at work, at home, or with relationships. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help people identify thoughts and behaviors that keep harmful patterns active. Motivational Interviewing is used when clients are weighing change, especially around substance use or habits that feel out of control.
He writes that personal and professional experience with alcohol use and addiction informs his work. That experience shapes how he talks about relapse, triggers, and recovery as broader life issues rather than labels. He also integrates ideas from Stoic philosophy and some mindfulness practices to support steady decision making and self-reflection.
Carl describes the early session as often the hardest step for people. He aims to move quickly from listening to clear, achievable steps clients can try between sessions. Progress is described in terms of small, concrete changes that reduce stress and increase control over daily routines.
People considering therapy are asked to start by using the site matching process and scheduling a first session. Carl practices in Texas and offers services in English.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. In online sessions this often looks like setting clear goals, practicing new responses between appointments, and reviewing progress together. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and patterns that cause daily stress.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting on what matters to the individual. The therapist follows the person’s concerns and helps clarify priorities and values. This approach can make it easier to explore relationship patterns like codependency without pressure to move faster than the client prefers.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort with different techniques. That might mean combining CBT tasks with motivational conversations about change, or pacing trauma-focused work alongside skills for emotional regulation.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they fit into work breaks, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when life is busy. Discussing which format will best support practical changes is part of the initial scheduling and intake process.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
Carl works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. He also notes work around codependency and related interpersonal issues.
What is his style or approach in sessions?
He uses client-centered methods and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to focus on current thoughts and behaviors. Motivational Interviewing is used when clients are considering change.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 12 years of experience in professional practice.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
Carl is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats does he provide?
Session formats are not listed in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.